Grant Opportunities for “I Care”


Lowe’s Toolbox for Education

Lowe’s will donate $5 million to public schools and public school parent teacher groups—at more than 1,000 different public schools per school year.

Raise up to $5,000 for your school in minutes

It’s almost that easy when you take advantage of Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant program. Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation (LCEF) knows how hard you work for your kids and your community and is dedicated to helping your parent-teacher group achieve even more for your school. Apply for the Toolbox for Education Grant now and build on your already impressive parent group success with Lowe’s.

Now in its 5th year of helping build better schools and communities, the Lowe’s Toolbox for Education program has provided more than $17 million to nearly 4,000 schools across the country.

Imagine what you could do for your school

Increase parent engagement? Build stronger community spirit? Create a new school tradition? The ideas are endless. Whatever goals and dreams you have for your school, Lowe’s can help you fulfill them!

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The Edna McConnell Clark Foundation

The Edna McConnell Clark Foundation supports organizations that help young people, ages 9 to 24, from low-income backgrounds become independent, productive adults in three ways:

  • Improving their educational skills and achievement;
  • Preparing them for the world of work so they can find and hold jobs and achieve economic self-sufficiency; and
  • Helping them avoid high-risk behaviors such as teen pregnancy, substance abuse, and illegal activities.

Learn more about the foundation by visiting its Web site at www.emcf.org.



FedEx Charitable Contributions

“Education is vital to the future of our communities and to FedEx. FedEx works extensively with programs such as Junior Achievement and Adopt-A-School. We also support organizations that enhance education in the following areas: technology, global economics and trade, cultural diversity and innovative programs that enhance learning.”

Learn more by visiting the FedEx Charitable Contribution Guidelines page at http://about.fedex.designcdt.com/charitable_contribution_guidelines.



W. K. Kellogg Foundation

Visit the W. K. Kellogg Foundation Web site at www.wkkf.org to learn about grant opportunities available for schools.



The Qwest Foundation

“The Qwest Foundation is dedicated to enriching the lives of customers and the communities we serve. It’s more than just caring; it’s a commitment to making a difference.

The Qwest Foundation awards grants that generate high impact and measurable results through community-based programs in the area of pre-K through 12 education. We encourage you to learn more about the foundation and request funding for your program.”

Visit The Qwest Foundation’s Web site at http://www.qwest.com/about/company/community/foundation.html for more information.



Sony Corporation of America

“In the area of Education, Sony is responsive to grant-seekers and institutions who bring commitment and innovation to the task of strengthening education at the primary and secondary school levels, with consideration also given to selected higher education initiatives.”

Visit the Sony Corporation of America’s Corporate Philanthropy Web page at http://www.sony.com/SCA/philanthropy/guidelines.shtml to learn more about grant opportunities available.



Indian Education Formula Grants to Local Educational Agencies (U.S. Department of Education)

Eligible Applicants: LEAs, including charter schools authorized as LEAs under State law, certain schools funded by the Bureau of Indian Education of the Department of the Interior, and Indian tribes under certain conditions, as prescribed by section 7112(c) of the ESEA.

Visit the grant information page on the U.S. Department of Education’s Web site at http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=false&oppId=50598 for more information.



MetLife Social Investment Program

“Through the use of debt and equity investments, MetLife’s Social Investment Program supports community development ventures that do not meet the customary investment criteria of private and institutional investors. Established in 1984, the Program has made commitments of over $1 billion to underwrite projects in affordable housing, commercial revitalization, land preservation, health care centers, economic development, arts and education.”

To learn more, visit the MetLife Social Investment Program Web page at http://www.metlife.com/about/corporate-profile/citizenship/social-investment/index.html.

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